Person Arrested In Connection With Murder
The police confirmed that “a person has been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation into the murder of Laje Franklin” and said the “subject remains in police custody at this time.”
Mr Franklin, 18, was fatally shot in the east end earlier this month.
Detective Chief Inspector Peter Stableford said, “We appeal to members of the public who may have seen a group of motor bikes leaving St George around 11:00 pm on Tuesday 5th April 2022, to please get in contact with us.”
“Again, anyone with any information on this incident should call 211, 295-0011, Crime Stoppers on 800-8477or, share that information with a police officer you’re comfortable speaking with.”
The police also noted that “the two men arrested in relation to the murder of Che Jennings have been released on police bail.”